New Migrant Resources

FIND YOUR LOCAL COUNCIL: Click on the link below and enter your post code to find your local council website. Once you go to your local council website, you will find more infomation about schools, libraries and recreational facilities available in your local area.

http://www.dvc.vic.gov.au/web20/dvclgv.nsf/headingpagesdisplay/find+your+local+council

Looking for a job or financial assistance?

Centrelink is an Australian Government Statutory Agency, assisting people to become self-sufficient and supporting those in need. Visit Centrelink: http://www.centrelink.gov.au/

Medical/General Health: You will need a medicare card to visit any GP or hospital in Melbourne.

You can apply for a medicare card online or by visiting a medicare outlet close to you. Visit the link below for more information.

http://www.medicareaustralia.gov.au/

Getting around in Melbourne:

If you have an international driving license or would like to apply for new one, please visit the Vicroad Authorities to find more.

Vicroad link: http://www.vicroads.vic.gov.au/Home/

Road Maps: You will also need  Melway (Street Directory) to familiarise yourself  with geographical location of important places and major road links. Melway Edition 37, the latest edition is now available from news agents and retail outlets.You can also find places by using online maps by visiting

http://maps.google.com and  http://www.street-directory.com.au/

Public Transport in Melbourne:

For timetables please contact:

Met Information Centre Phone: 131 638

Metlink Website: www.metlinkmelbourne.com.au

Metcard Tickets: www.metcard.com.au

Booking a Taxi:

If you wish to book your own transport, the following taxi services are available:

Western Suburbs - 9689 1144

Silver Top - 13 10 08

North Suburban - 13 11 19

Maxi Taxi - 13 62 94

Need Crisis Help or Emergency Accommodation ? Visit the link below for more information

http://www.melbourne.homeless.org.au/